Social Housing Assessment And Lettings Officer

Reed Specialist Recruitment • Wembley, Greater London • Posted July 14, 2026

About the Role

Social Housing Assessment and Lettings Officer

Pay: £21.41 PAYE / £28.19 Umbrella
Job Type: Temporary (until March 2027)
Location: WembleyOverview

We are seeking 3 experienced officers to support a social housing team with project-based work. This role will focus on housing assessments, lettings administration, and delivering a high-quality service to applicants. While housing knowledge is not essential, strong communication, organisation, and IT skills are key.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Assess housing applications in line with relevant housing legislation, including verifying information through enquiries and home visits
Register and manage new and existing housing applicants, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
Prioritise applicants and allocate appropriate banding in line with allocations policies
Prepare and issue decision letters, clearly outlining outcomes and review rights
Support the administration of a choice-based letti...